An Unruly Tongue Abigail Webster

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Chapter One
Kings Hamlet, Colonies 1701 Hester surreptitiously glanced at her husband, and his stern visage did not bode well for her. There was little chance that Caleb would ignore the elders, especially since hed given his word to punish her as befit her crime. Hester found herself wishing yet again that shed held her tongue. Her temper, and resulting sassy mouth, had been the bane of her existence since she was a small child living with her elderly grandparents. Neither of them could bring themselves to do much more than scold the high-spirited girl, and as a result, she grew up speaking her mind and doing pretty much as she desired. Caleb was paying her court when both of her grandparents took ill and died within days of each other. Caleb insisted she marry him so he could bring her to his home and provide for her. Hester was only fifteen at the time, but since the elders of her church were aware that her grandfather approved of Caleb, permission to marry immediately was given. The last year had been a difficult one of adjustment. Caleb moved her away from all that was familiar, and expected her to run a household, and help with chores on the farm. Hesters grandparents had requested very little of her, and as a consequence, she whined and pouted frequently. At first, Caleb was patient. Then he resorted to scolding, and finally, three months into their marriage, the day came when she pushed him too far! It was a beautiful day, and Hester couldnt wait to get outside and take a long walk. She decided to put the dishes in the dishpan , and leave them for later. She then decided the cow could wait to be milked, and she would gather the eggs in a bit She needed to walk to the creek and dangle her feet in the water. She needed to feel the sun on her face and she needed to feel free again! Hesters few minutes turned into hours because she fell asleep and that is how Caleb found her. Her shoes and stockings resting on a rock, her skirts hiked to her thighs, and leaning against a tree, her toes dangling in the creek, sleeping peacefully. Art thou a child, Hester? His deep voice, full of disapproval, woke her immediately. She quickly pulled her shriveled toes from the water and pushed her skirts down. I am sorry, husband. I meant to take a few minutes to enjoy the beautiful morning, but the sun was warm on my face, and I fell asleep. I will busy myself now. Didst thou milk the cow? he demanded, having heard the poor creatures cries of distress when he came to the house to see why she had not brought him so much as a dipper of water all the morning. Hed immediately seen to the animals needs, and then observed that his bride had failed to do any of the chores assigned to her. Caleb checked their bedroom to see if perhaps she was ill, but all he found was an unmade bed, and no Hester. There was also no sign of a noon meal, and he felt his impatience reach a new level. His wife was little more than a spoiled child in need of correction. Didst thou milk the cow? he repeated his question, when she looked down at her bare feet peeking from beneath her gown. No, not yet, she admitted shamefully. And the hens?

No, he could barely hear her voice. Nor didst thou wash the dishes, make the bed, bring thine husband water to drink, nor didst thou prepare a noon meal. Hester gasped, and looked up to see the sun was high! Shed slept for at least four hours! I beg thy pardon, husband. Thou wilt have my pardon once thou art chastised, Hester. If thou behaves as a child, thou wilt be punished as a child. Hesters blue eyes were wide as she looked to her husband. Caleb looked so very stern, and she was never more aware of their ten year age difference than at this very moment. I will no longer behave as a child, Caleb. I give thee my promise. I will give thee a reason to recall thy promise, he said grimly. He took her arm, seated himself on the large rock, and pulled a resisting Hester down over his lap. Hester was mortified when she divined his intentions. No! I am not a child! Thou hast behaved as a child, Caleb solemnly intoned as he pushed up her skirts to reveal her bare bottom. Thou wilt be spanked like a child. Hester cried out at the first spank, and with each succeeding slap to her tender bottom. Oh, please! I am sorry! she started begging. Not as sorry as thou wilt be, he replied. Hester started kicking, then reached back to cover her bottom so he couldnt spank her again. Caleb merely grabbed her hand in his and pinned it to her side as he easily held her in place and continued to spank her. I hate thee! Hester lost her temper. I hate thee! Caleb chuckled. And thou hast earned a harder spanking, wife. His hard hand moved to her wriggling thighs and he alternated the spanks from right to left until Hester was crying and lying limp over his knee. Wilt thou be more mindful of thy duties, wife? Caleb demanded. Yes, husband, she tearfully proclaimed. The poor cow was in pain. Dost thou care that she bawled to be milked? I will do better Yes, thou wilt, Caleb resumed the spanking, giving the sensitive area between her reddened cheeks and thighs special attention. His bride would not sit without a reminder for a few days. Hester was reduced to a blubbering mess by the time Caleb determined shed been punished enough. When he lifted her to her feet, he asked, Dost thou feel thou hast learned thy lesson, or do I need to cut a switch and stripe thee all the way home? Please do not, husband! I truly have learned she implored him to believe her. Very well, Caleb nodded, and her relief was shattered when he added, After supper is done and the kitchen righted, thou wilt go to our room and put on thy night clothes. Thou wilt come to me and repeat what thou hast learned, and thou wilt ask me to repeat the lesson. When thine arse is well spanked, thou wilt go straight to bed. Thou wilt go to bed after supper for the next three nights as well, to be sure a nap will not be necessary during the working hours. Dost thou understand? Hester tearfully nodded, afraid to open her mouth and tell him she thought he was being mean and hateful! She was fairly sure he would cut a switch if she did, and her poor bottom was already stinging unbearably.

Hester did everything in her power to show him how sorry she was, and she was hopeful he would forgive the rest of his planned punishment. He even smiled and teased her a bit when she carried food to him in the field. She fixed a special supper and was relieved when Caleb seemed relaxed and happy. Afterwards, he lit a candle so he could see to write a letter to his family while Hester poured hot water into the dishpan, and washed their dirty dishes. Hester took a deep breath, and then decided she would behave as normal, and hope for the best. She picked up her sewing and moved to her rocking chair in front of the fireplace. Hast thou forgotten thou art being punished, wife? Caleb asked quietly, raising his dark eyes to look at her. It is not necessary, husband. I have learned my lesson well, and I am truly sorry, she said softly. Then thou wilt do as bid, he reproached her. Thou needs a new shirt! she held up her sewing. Thou needs to obey thine husband. Hester felt tears spring to her eyes. Thou art being hateful and mean, Caleb Roberts! Thou art making me sorry we are wed! And thou hast proven further schooling is necessary. He rose to his feet, and then covered the short distance between them in angry strides. Hester gasped as he pulled her from the chair, spilling her sewing on the floor without regard, and hauling her over to the chair where hed been sitting. She couldnt believe it when he pushed her down over the table, and pushed her skirts up to bare her tender backside. Do not move! he warned in a threatening tone of voice. Hester was too shocked to move, but wished shed made a run for the door when he went to the cupboard and returned with her wooden spoon! Surely he would not! But he did! Hester howled as Caleb spanked her with the spoon. Her poor bottom was already tender, and each splat of the spoon was unbearable. Dost thou feel thou canst comply with thine husbands instructions now, wife? Caleb asked her. Yes, I will! Caleb pulled down her skirts, and sent her toward the other room with another hearty smack to her skirts. Hester was crying as she removed her clothing and pulled on her nightdress. She brushed her dark hair, and plaited it into one thick braid, then donned her night cap. She couldnt believe she was being sent to bed so early when she was an adult, but she turned down the quilts and climbed into bed, determined to give Caleb her back for a good many nights to come! Several minutes later he stomped into the bedroom and came to stand beside her, carrying a leather strap. What art thou doing in bed, Hester? Wast thou not told to come to thine husband? Wast thou not instructed to tell why thou wast punished earlier? And, were thee not to ask for the lesson to be repeated? Hesters blue eyes filled with shock. I thought thou wast sending me to bed Thou hast already punished me with the spoon! Her eyes flicked nervously over the strap in his hand. That was for refusing to do as thou wast told, Hester, he explained. Thy punishment is as I said earlier, and thou wilt obey. I will not add extra punishment for this, since I can see thee misunderstood, but if thee art not at my side in under five minutes, thou wilt feel a strap instead of my hand.

Hester watching in dismay as he left the room. Caleb was perfectly serious. She wanted to pull the quilt over her head and hide, but quickly decided it wasnt worth a strapping. Perhaps he would be merciful if she simply did as he said? She climbed out of bed and nervously padded to the other room on her bare feet. Caleb returned the pen to the bottle of ink and looked up at her expectantly. Hester chewed on her lower lip, then said, I am sorry for my behavior this morn, husband, I was neglectful of my duties, and did not show proper care for our animals. I give thee my promise I will be more attentive And? he prompted when she hesitated. And, I would ask thee to repeat the lesson thou gavest me earlier. Caleb slid the chair backwards. Thou wilt raise thy gown and put thyself over my knee. Hester felt her cheeks turn red with embarrassment, but she complied, telling herself she was being prudent and avoiding the strap. Her hope that he would be merciful was for naught. Caleb spanked her just as hard and as long as he had earlier, and she was sobbing and pleading with him to stop long before he did. Her bottom and thighs felt swollen and were flaming as if shed suffered a burn! She was in agony, and wondered how a man who claimed to love her could use her so cruelly. Thou wilt go straight to bed, wife, and keep thy hands from soothing thy bottom. Thou wilt suffer the torment until it fades naturally. Thou wilt also find thy bed after supper the next three nights without being reminded, or thy arse will bear the consequences. Hester cried herself to sleep that night, and found she had no desire to test Calebs resolve the next three nights. Hester had been so positive she would never stir her husbands ire again, but it was a scant month later that she fell from grace the second time Wife, I would have a word with thee Calebs expression was as foreboding as shed ever seen it. She quickly sat on the chair he pulled from the table and motioned for her to sit upon. Elder Bey stopped me at the settlement store this morning. He admitted to concern over thy behavior. He accused thee of encouraging his youngest daughter to disobedience. Dost thou know to what he is referring? Hester feared she did, and she was pretty darn sure that Caleb was also aware. She decided to be honest, and hope for the best. Mary seemed sad and was wishful for a few hours with a friend. I invited her to come for a visit. She did tell me she was expected home to help make soap, and Im afraid I encouraged her to come away with me instead. She only stayed a short while, and I did not think it would be a problem Mistress Bey was distressed when Mary did not return in a timely manner. Elder Bey did not find Marys disobedience something he could ignore, and she was punished. Dost thou feel it is fair for Mary to be punished and thee to have no consequence for thy part in her disobedience especially when you are a married woman with responsibilities? Hester chewed her lower lip. I am sorry, husband. I will apologize to Elder and Mistress Bey. Thou wilt also be punished in like manner, wife. Thou wilt come with me to cut a switch. No, no, Caleb! she protested.

Mary was soundly thrashed by Mistress Bey for disobeying and neglecting her duties. She was also punished by Elder Bey for causing her mother to worry. Thou wilt also be switched soundly. Hester tried to resist when he took her arm and pulled her toward the door, but one look from her husbands dark eyes gave her to understand it was not wise of her to give him trouble. Caleb walked with determined strides to the closet tree, then took his knife from his belt and handed it to her. I expect thee to cut and peel a limber switch, Hester. Thou wilt wear stripes for contributing to Marys disobedience. Hester looked at the tree, trying to decide which branch would hurt the least. She finally settled on one, but Caleb stopped her. Thou needeth one as big as thy middle finger. This one will do, he held out a branch for her to cut. Hester looked at him and said, I do not know how to peel this, husband. He patiently showed her what to do, and then waited on her to do it. Hesters fingers were trembling. She remembered how sore she was the last time he punished her, and how painful his hand was on her sensitive bottom. This was bound to be even worse! Caleb carefully replaced his knife in its sheath, then accepted the switch from her hand. I do not believe anyone would see, but we will go into the barn to protect thy modesty, wife. Hester had no choice but precede him into the barn, and once there, he led her over to a bench. Thou wilt pull up thy skirts, and push down thy stockings, Hester. I would not snag them with the switch, and thy limbs will suffer as well as thy arse. Oh, please, husband, she looked up at him in dismay, Canst thou just use thy hand to chastise me? The thought of having her legs whipped too, was more that she could stand! Please? I will not ever do this again! she promised. No, thou wilt not do it again, Caleb agreed, or thou wilt be switched again. Now do as thou wast told, Hester, or thou wilt also be punished for defiance. Hester sat on the bench and raised her skirts above her knees to push her stockings down her shapely legs to pool around her ankles, tears coming to her eyes as she bared them for the switch. Once she finished, she stood and pulled her skirts up to her waist. She was ashamed of her nudity, especially outside of the bedroom. Turn around, Hester, and place thy hands on the bench. Hester obeyed, and tried to hold still when he adjusted her skirts even more to get them out of his way. Thee need to spread thy feet further apart, he patted the inside of her thighs to get her to spread them apart, and expose more of herself for the switch. Hester closed her eyes in shame and in dread of what was to come. I will not lie to thee, wife. This switching will be painful. I expect thee to accept thy punishment without getting up, and if thou does as told, this switching will be the end of it. Fuss, and thou wilt get a second switching tomorrow. Hester heard a whistle, then felt a line of white hot fire spread across her bottom cheeks. Before she could catch her breath, the switch fell again, on her left thigh, and again on her right calf. She howled, and couldnt help dancing in place. Stay still! Caleb growled. The switching continued, and Hester was sobbing and begging for mercy by the tenth stroke.

Thou art acting like a babe, Caleb scolded. Thou needs to quiet down and accept thy punishment as an adult woman. If thou art old enough to encourage a young girl to disobey her parents, then thou art old enough to stand for the whipping thou hast earned. I am displeased, and if thou does not cooperate, thou wilt get a childs spanking, and then we will start thy switching all over. He gave her a couple of seconds more to calm herself, then asked, Well? Dost thou think thou canst behave, or is it necessary to spank thee with my hand to earn thy cooperation? I will try, husband. It just hurts so badly, she explained. I have never been punished this way And that is the core of the problem, he scolded. Thy grandfather was too lenient, and I will not make that mistake with thee. Thou art going to be switched, and switched well, and thou art going to stay in place. This is the last chance you will get to spare thyself from another whipping tomorrow. It was nothing short of awful, and by far the most painful thing shed endured in her lifetime, but Hester held onto the bench, planted her feet on the floor, and willed herself to stay in place and endure the painful switching. Caleb left welts all up and down her bottom, thighs, and calves, and she lost count after the first twenty-five. Thou wilt pull up thy stockings now and lower thy skirts, and walk over to the Bey household and offer your apologies, wife. Oh, Caleb, may I please wash my face first? I am a mess! she cried out. Art thou asking for another switching on the morrow? No, husband. I will obey thee. Caleb walked with her, and if not for that, Hester was positive she would never have been able to resist the urge to stick her tongue out at Mistress Bey when she demanded to know if shed been properly punished. Thou wilt answer, wife, Caleb insisted. Yes, Mistress, my husband has seen to my misbehavior and it will not be repeated. There is no shame in admitting a misdeed, child, and atoning for it, Elder Bey said kindly, and Hester was relieved when Caleb excused them to make the walk home. She hated the way her stockings felt on her legs, and she couldnt wait to get home to remove them But, Caleb hadnt let her remove her stockings, and hed insisted she keep him company everywhere he went for the rest of the day. He did not permit her to soothe her bottom in any way, and once again she found herself sent to bed after the supper dishes were done. For once, she did not argue. It meant she could remove the itching stockings There had been a couple of other spankings after that, but for the most part, Hester tried to behave and learn from her mistakes. She did not like to be in her husbands bad graces. She truly wanted to please him, and earn one of his special smiles. If only she could learn to control her tongue Caleb, I am sorry I embarrassed thee He turned his dark eyes on her. Thou wouldst do well to save thy breath, Hester. Thou art in serious trouble, and I have given my word to see thee attended to properly. The Elders want thee punished for one entire week Thee need to be silent and repent of your misdeeds. Hesters blue eyes filled with tears, but she dutifully remained silent. Caleb was not going to give her a chance to explain her side. Hed already decided the Elders were in the right, and no matter what, she was going to suffer the consequences She never should have spoken to Mistress Bey in such a shrewish manner but the woman was evil. Didst thou actually tell Mistress Bey that she was a terrible mother? Caleb demanded. Yes, she admitted. She whipped Mary for looking at some ribbon!

This is not thy concern! he told her firmly. Didst thou also tell her she is a witch? Hester nodded. That is a terrible thing to say, wife. I did not mean it in that way, Caleb. I only meant to say she was being mean to Mary. Mary has less freedom than girls half her age. It is not fair! It does not matter why what matters is that thee screeched these insults in front of several others, and showed thy scolding tongue once too often. If this were a wealthy community and had stocks and pillory, thou wouldst be sentenced to one day on display! Thou art fortunate that the Elders are letting me chastise thee! Fortunate to face seven days of punishment instead of one? she retorted, raising her voice. Thou art not a child. Thou knowest that I could not protect thee in the stocks Thou knowest that people come to mock and jeer, and throw rocks Thou hast heard of people losing eyes, and being injured to the point of death! Thou art lucky thou hast to contend with only thine husband Thou hast acted like an impulsive child for the last time, Hester. Thou wilt be punished, and punished for one week. I do not give my word lightly. Thou wilt never, never find thyself in front of the Elders for misbehavior again Hester couldnt help squirming on the seat as he drove the wagon onto their property. Why hadnt she kept her mouth shut? And why had she argued with Caleb? The next seven days were going to be miserable

Chapter Two
From this moment until I tell thee otherwise, thou art being punished, Hester, and thou wilt obey. Thou wilt go inside the house and into the bedroom, and thou wilt remove thy clothing. Thou wilt unpin thy hair and braid it, and then thou wilt go to the corner and face it. I will come to thee in due time. Hester scrambled down off the seat, and gave her stern husband an imploring look, which he ignored. Hester turned and went to the house, and on into their bedroom. It seemed odd to undress at this hour of the day, but Hester did as she was told, then slipped her nightdress over her body. She let her hair down, brushed it, and braided it into a thick plait. There was only one corner in the room that was accessible, and she reluctantly went to stand there. After several minutes she started to grow restless. Caleb had said, due time, but what did that mean? Several minutes later she was pretty certain her husband had gone to the field to work. A good while later she heard Calebs footsteps in the other room, and then he was in the bedroom. Thou wast told to undress. I did not give thee permission to wear thy night clothes. Remove it at once! Caleb ordered sternly, his deep voice full of disapproval. Hester turned to face him. Thou art not serious, husband! I cannot stand before thee in that manner! It would not be seemly! Her cheeks were scarlet at the very idea. Thou art being punished. Thou wilt be unclothed for the next week unless given specific permission to cover thyself. Now dost thee remove thy nightdress, or must I do it for thee? No! Hester protested, more in disbelief than in defiance. Caleb frowned, crossed the room, and within seconds, Hester was completely nude. She burst into tears of shame and crossed her arm over her breasts and used her other hand to cover her mound. Thou wilt place thy hands behind thy back and stand before me, Hester. Thou art being punished, and your embarrassment and shame will be long remembered. Do as thou art bid now, wife, or thou wilt face consequences for not cooperating. Believe me when I tell thee that thou art in enough trouble, and I will not count additional punishments toward what is already owed. Now, Hester! he barked. Hester couldnt look at him. Shed never before stood naked in front of another human being, not since she was a very small child being bathed by her grandmother. She was taught that such behavior was shameful! But, here was her husband, ordering her to display herself as a punishment, and she had no right to refuse. She closed her eyes tightly, and clasped her hands behind her back, her cheeks burning with humiliation. This was so much worse that the other punishments hed given her. Then shed had to bare just her backside. Thou art shamed right now Caleb said matter-of-factly. Open your eyes and look at me. He waited until he did as she was told. Yes, thou art shamed. What thou art feeling now is what I felt in front of the Elders when they criticized my wifes behavior, and faulted me for neglecting my duty to thee. Shame is also what Mistress Bey felt when thou used thy shrewish tongue to berate her publicly. Thou wilt return to the corner and thou wilt contemplate thy shame, and the shame of Mistress Bey, and of thine husband. Hester was grateful to return to the corner. She needed time to compose herself. How could she possibly bear the next week? Why had she been so hateful to Mistress Bey? And she

was truly ashamed of herself for shaming her husband before the Elders. If he felt as terrible as she did right now, then she couldnt blame him at all for punishing her. Now you may come here, wife. Hester turned slowly, her blue eyes reflecting her embarrassment and remorse. Caleb was standing in front of the table holding their water pitcher and the large bowl they used to bathe. She walked over, and then asked, Caleb, may I say something to thee? He looked down at her and nodded. I am ashamed of my behavior I would not have thee shamed before the Elders, and I am so sorry. I will never put thee in this position again. I give thee my word. He gently caressed her cheek, then said, I thank thee for thine apology, Hester, but it does not change the fact that thou wilt be punished. Dost thou understand that I have pledged to see thee lessoned, and promised that thou wilt learn to control thy tongue? In one weeks time I will be called upon to answer to the Elders, and if they do not feel I have been firm enough with thee, they may recommend we leave the community. Thou hast upset good people with thy shrewish tongue and thou wilt repent many times over before I am satisfied the lesson is learned. He placed his finger under her chin to tip her head up so that he could look into her blue eyes. Dost thou understand that this grieves me, wife? That I will take no joy in making thee suffer? Hester nodded. I will accept the punishment thee gives me, husband. Thee understands that thou wilt move about without thy clothing this week? Thou wilt tend the animals and thy garden, and do thy housework without covering to hide your shame at being punished. What if someone comes by? she gasped at the very thought of someone seeing her. Thou wilt obey whatever I tell thee at the time. If thou art being obedient and taking thy whippings well, then I may give thee leave to come to this room and face the corner. If thee fights thy punishments, then thou wilt be shamed before whomever comes, and I may choose to whip thee in front of them to teach you humility. Hester couldnt believe wheat he was saying. She would never be able to hold her head up in public again if she were punished in that manner. It was all she needed to hear to convince herself that no matter what Caleb required of her, she would submit. I will be very obedient, husband. Caleb nodded. Thou wilt only make it harder on thyself if thou art not. Caleb placed his hands over the washbowl and said, Thou wilt pour water over my hands to wet them. Hester did as he requested. Now thou wilt hand me the soap. Hester did, and watched as he lathered his hands well. When he nodded toward the pitcher, she poured water over them to rinse off the soap and dirt. The water and soap made my hands clean again, Hester. The words thou said to Mistress Bey left dirt inside thy mouth, and now I will scrub them away. Thou wilt hand me the soap and thou wilt ask me to cleanse thy mouth and tongue of foul, dirty words. Hester couldnt believe Caleb was going to wash her mouth with soap. Her grandfather had threatened her once or twice with a soaping, but shed let her blue eyes fill with tears and hed accepted her hasty apology. She knew that Caleb would not. He was going to put soap inside her mouth, and she was going to ask him to do it. How awful!

She picked up the soap and put it into her husbands outstretched hand. Wilt thou wash out my mouth to rid me of the horrible things I said and now regret? she made herself say the words. Open thy mouth wide while I soap my hand well, he instructed Hester felt like a baby bird waiting to be fed as she stood there with her mouth open wide, and watching Caleb work up a lather on his fingers. Thou wilt keep thy mouth open, and thou wilt not bite! he said firmly, then placed his left hand on the back of her head to hold her in place as he put a handful of lather into her mouth and rubbed her tongue. Hester wanted to gag! The soap tasted so bad, and it burned! She had no choice but to stand there as his long fingers rubbed everywhere. Caleb removed his hand, then said, Thou wilt close thy mouth and hold the soap in thy mouth for several minutes. Words cannot be taken back, wife, and from this day forward, thou wilt have a care. Words that are said in anger will always result in a thorough soaping for thy tongue and mouth. Hester wanted to spit so badly it was all she could do to control the urge. But, shed promised to accept the punishments, and she would! The alternative would be unbearable. Caleb scolded her for a couple more minutes, and then let her spit out the nasty-tasting soap. He gave her permission to rinse, and was not surprised when she gasped. Her mouth and tongue would be sensitive for a day or two. Thou wilt go to the kitchen and prepare a meal for us. I will be in the north field, and you may bring me something when it is ready. Hester watched him leave in dismay. How could she possible walk into the other room, much less go outside? It took her a full ten minutes to make it into the next room, and she jumped at every little noise. She was completely aware of her nudity and knew shed never felt so vulnerable in her entire life not even on her wedding night when Caleb pushed up her gown to make her his wife in deed. The embarrassment shed felt then didnt even being to compare to this. However, it wouldnt do to let Caleb find fault with her now. Shed lost her temper, let her tongue run wild, and brought unfavorable censure on her husband. She would do her very best to accept his punishments in the hope that he would be merciful with her and spare her the shame of standing nude before another person. The food was ready all too soon, and she carefully wrapped his plate in towels to keep the food warm, and then said a prayer as she approached the door, pleading with God to let no one come by and see her. Caleb had been watching for Hester for several minutes, and was beginning to think he would have to go to the house and punish her to get her to obey. When he spotted her, he couldnt help smiling. She was a pretty little thing, just spoiled and indulged by her doting grandparents. He knew she was extremely modest and chaste, and that a week of total nudity would be more difficult for her to bear than the whippings she was going to get. And he was going to punish her lovely body, and try in one week to make up for fifteen years of neglect. Hester would be much wiser when it was over and done. Hester hated going barefoot. Her feet were tender, and every little pebble seemed to bruise the soles of her feet. And knowing that Caleb was watching her approach was making her self-conscious. I was beginning to wonder if thou wast planning to disobey me.

No, Sir, I will obey thee. It is just very hard. Please, Caleb, could you not switch me instead of making me go about in this manner? I give thee my word I will submit without complaint, she pleaded. Thou wilt remain unclothed, Hester, he said quietly. Thou wilt not ask me again, either, or thou wilt spend another day without clothing. Hester nodded, not about to argue. One thing shed learned about her husband, he never said anything unless he was prepared to follow through. Caleb took his knife from his sheath. Since thou asked so nicely for a switching, I will oblige thee. Go and cut a switch and prepare it in the manner I showed thee. Hester wished with all her heart shed been silent. Now she would have stripes for all to see. Feeling more and more like a naughty child, she cut and prepared a switch. Caleb finished eating and placed the plate on the ground before turning to face his fidgeting wife. He put his hands on her shoulders and turned her around. Place thy hands on the plow handle and keep them there, Hester, and Ill give thee the switching thee requested. Remember thy promise to submit without complaint. Hester flinched when the first lick landed on her right cheek. She wanted to let go and run away, but continued to stand there and grip the wooden handle tightly as Caleb put the switch to good use. Her legs were not spared either, and each new welt burned like fire. That was twenty-five, Hester. Thou didst well, and now thou wilt return to the house, sit down and eat thy meal. Thou wilt stay on thy chair for a full twenty-five minutes, then thou wilt put thy kitchen to rights and when thou art finished, thou wilt work in thy garden. The sun will be full by then and will add to thy discomfort. He handed her the plate and sped her on her way with a hearty slap to her striped bottom. Ow! Hester jumped, and then hurried as quickly as her bare feet would permit. Once she was inside, she let the tears she was holding back roll down her cheeks. If not for the fact she promised to obey, she would go and lie down on her tummy and forget all about eating. She filled a plate, and then eased herself down on the wooden chair. She glanced at the clock on the mantle, and was positive she would never again speak harshly to anyone. It simply wasnt worth it. She managed to choke down her food, thankful that it helped to rid her mouth of the taste of soap. She still had several more minutes to sit and she couldnt help squirming on the hard seat. Hester was startled when Calebs deep voice commented, Thy seat will grow even harder to sit upon with each meal this week, wife. He walked over and placed his hand upon her head, It pleases me very much that thou art accepting thy punishment with obedience. Thou may tend to cleaning up in here, and then tend thy garden, Hester. When thou art finished, thee may tend thy household chores as normal. Thou art not to sit again until we share supper. Hester had to restrain a smile. It would be more of a punishment to be told to sit! She cleaned the kitchen, and then looked about before she stepped outside, fearful of seeing anyone. It was not unheard of for the Indians to come by, or others seeking Calebs help with something. She decided to work quickly so she could return to the house. As hot as the sun was, the weeds would die quickly, but the sun was also making the welts on her backside burn and itch even more, and it was all she could do to keep from rubbing them. Caleb would just redo them if she did, so she forced herself to pull weeds and not give into the temptation to rub her backside. Fortunately, she loved gardening, and it was a small matter to weed the entire patch. She was fearful of burning her skin from too much exposure, and a

sunburn on top of the welts was just too painful to contemplate. Once she was finished, she hurried back to the house, positive she could feel Calebs dark eyes on her the entire time. Caleb was relieved when Hester didnt spend much time in her garden. He had a notion that she would find the rest of her afternoon a bit hard to cope with. It would not take her long to clean and fix their supper and her favorite pastime was to sit and sew. He had no doubt that she would be frustrated when she realized she wouldnt be sewing. Hester found it easy to dust and clean their home. It was still too early to start supper, and she picked up her sewing, and then suddenly remembered she could not sit down and hold it on her lap, and standing to sew was impossible! Caleb had ingeniously taken away her favorite thing to do! She debated on lying down for a bit, but was pretty sure that would classify as sitting. After walking aimlessly through the tiny house for a bit, she decided to take everything out of the cupboard and reorganize. By the time she was finished, it was time to work on their supper. She needed to go down into the cellar, but she was afraid to do so without her shoes. She wondered how much trouble she would be in if she put them on for the few minutes it would take to go down there, and wondered if perhaps she should ask permission. Just the thought of walking out there again without her clothing was too much to contemplate, and she decided she would just have to risk going down into the cellar without shoes, and pray that she wouldnt be bitten. She stuck her head out the door to look in all directions before stepping outside. Caleb looked toward the house in surprise, wondering where Hester was going. Surely, she wouldnt take a walk without her clothing? He frowned, and then suddenly realized she was heading for the root cellar. And she wasnt wearing shoes on her feet! He took o ff running, and called her name. He was relieved when she stopped and waited on him to approach. Thee must not enter the root cellar without thy shoes, he scolded. I did not wish to disobey thee by putting them on, she explained, her cheeks a flaming red as she stood before him unclothed. She hated this so very much. I would not have thee harmed, wife. Thou wilt put thy shoes on when it is necessary to go into the cellar. Thank thee, husband, she smiled in relief. What dost thou need, and I will get it for you since I am here? he asked politely, and listened to her list. He quickly gathered everything, and then carried it into the house for her. What hast thou done this afternoon? I cleaned, she replied. Didst thou sew? he questioned. I cannot sew standing up, she answered quietly. No, thou canst not, he agreed. Thou art obeying me and accepting thy punishment well, he praised her efforts, and then added, Thou wilt have supper ready, but do not serve until I ask thee to do so. When she nodded, he touched her cheek and added, Thou wilt be spanked again before we sit down to supper. Thou may choose either the wooden spoon or thine hairbrush, and place it on my chair before I come in. Hester felt like crying as he walked outside and back to his work. She did not wish another spanking on top of the switching. Her bottom was still smarting, and she feared she was going to get sorer and sorer before the week was over. Both the spoon and the brush were unpleasant, but she settled for the spoon and placed it on Calebs chair before she started preparing their supper.

She was used to wearing an apron over her clothing, and found that it was awkward trying to prepare food without a stitch of clothing, especially when she had to get close to the fire. The clothing protected her skin from some of the heat Hester was so uncomfortable and wished with all her heart that Caleb would relent. She would accept several whippings if he would just let her dress even if it was just her nightdress or her apron. Surely it was sinful to walk around like this and the Elders would not approve? Convinced that this was one argument that would sway him, she decided to wait for the proper moment to broach the subject. Hester carefully put dishes on the table, and watched out the door for any sign that Caleb was ending his day of work. Part of her wanted the day over so that she could safely hide under the blankets of their bed, and the other part of her dreaded the spanking she was to get before they had their supper. Her legs and feet were growing wearing of standing, too, and she longed to rest herself for just a minute. She had not realized how often she sat to do certain chores, such as peeling the potatoes for tonights supper. But, after Caleb used the spoon on her, she would not enjoy sitting She was growing frustrated and miserable and it was only the first of seven days of punishment. She spotted Caleb, and knew he would stop to wash up before he came inside. Hester felt tears fill her eyes, as she dreaded what was to come

Chapter Three
Supper smells good, wife, Caleb said as he walked inside. I am starving. I will take up a plate for thee at once, she offered. My hunger will wait until we finish with thy spanking, he assured her. He walked to his chair, and picked up the wooden spoon, and then sat down. Hast thou been dreading this punishment? he asked curiously. Yes, Sir, she replied truthfully. As thou shouldst. Calebs handsome face was stern now. Thou hast had much time to reflect this day. Dost thou have anything to say? I am most sorry, Caleb, and I promise thee I will control my tongue in the future. Thou wilt most assuredly do so, he agreed, slapping the bowl of the spoon against his palm. Come to me now and lie over my lap so that I may spank thee soundly. Hester tearfully approached him, ever so conscious of her nudity. She got into position, and didnt resist when Caleb shifted her forward so that her bottom was over his left thigh and her hands on the floor in front of her to provide balance. Calebs right leg covered her calves, and his left arm wrapped around her waist effectively pinning her in place for what she feared would be a serious punishment. Wilt thou tell me why thou art being punished? Because of the way I spoke to Mistress Bey. And because thou hast an unruly tongue, and thou needest to learn that thou art not a child. Thou wilt thank me for this spanking when we are finished. If thou forgets, then we will repeat the lesson until thou does remember. Hester cried out when the spoon landed on her right cheek. Caleb spanked her over and over and over again, right on the same spot. As much as she tried to wiggle away, she could not, and she was begging for mercy by the time he finally moved the spoon to another spot just below the first one. Thou art killing me, Caleb! she begged of him. Please! I am so sorry! I will never again shame thee with my behavior! she bawled, meaning every word. The spoon moved to another spot This time on her left thigh, and the pain was even worse! Hester tried counting each whack of the spoon on her sensitive skin to keep from screaming, and soon realized that the spoon fell twenty times in each spot before it moved to another area to start again. She panicked as she realized he was going to methodically spank each and every inch of her bottom and thighs. She tried desperately to get away, but Caleb was simply too strong and he easily held her down and administered the punishment. Caleb showed no signs of tiring, and he finally turned his attention to her sit spot. Hester was in agony, and was positive she could not bear any more, but Caleb was relentless to his duty, and made these last spanks even harder than the rest. She would be lucky to sit for a week without flinching from this spanking alone How would she bear more punishment? He stood her on her feet, and then looked at her tear-streaked face. Hester sobbed, and reached for her apron to wipe her face, only it was not there! This made her freshly aware of her state of undress, and brought on even more tears! She was nude, and it was suddenly more than she could bear! She ran into the bedroom and threw herself down on the bed to cry as if her heart was breaking. Thou art behaving as a child, Hester. Thou wast warned what to expect if thou didst not do as thou wast told!

Hester cried out as the spoon connected with her flaming flesh and she immediately reached back to cover her injured areas. No more, please, husband! I beg of thee! It hurts beyond tolerance! He ignored her, and just moved the spanks down to her unprotected thighs. Ow! Ow! Oh no! Ow. Please I am so sorry, Caleb! Please have mercy! Thou art unmindful of what thou wast told, Caleb scolded, and I will continue with this until thou obeyest me. He knelt on the bed, grabbed her hands and held them in one of his, and attacked her sit spot with vigor. Smack after smack fell, and he feared she would blister before she remembered she was to thank him for her spanking What art thou to say to me, Hester? he gave her a reminder. Ohhhhh! Hester looked over her shoulder at him as she recalled his words of before. Please stop, Caleb, and I will say the words Thou wilt say the words, and then I will stop! he told her firmly. Thee brought on this second spanking with thy disobedience! he spanked her rounded cheeks harder than before. Owwwwwwww! I forgot, Caleb. I am sorry! Please I cannot think when thou art spanking me so hard! Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh! Owwwwwwwwwwwwww! Thank thee for spanking me! she screamed, and the spanking stopped immediately. Thou art behaving as a child, Hester. Get thee to the kitchen and put supper on the table, Caleb gave her stinging bottom a resounding whack with his hand. I cannot! Please, Caleb, my state of undress is too shameful! I cannot walk about like this. I just cannot! Please punish me in any other way, but please spare me this shame. Caleb pulled her to her feet. Thou wilt obey me right now. His deep voice left no room for argument. The Elders would not approve of this, husband, she tearfully insisted. They would not approve of thy childish behavior right now, he argued. Thou art about to go over my knee again for the defiance. I do not mean to be defiant. My shame is overwhelming, she couldnt look at him. I am thine husband. Thou art my wife. Thou wilt not hide thy shame this week. Thou wilt be well-punished, and as the days pass, thou wilt wear stripes, welts, and bruises on thy backside. Thou wilt experience shame in many ways. As thine husband, I will see thee punished in such a manner that thou wilt never behave without regard for another. He let her ponder his words for a moment, then asked, Art thou ready to serve our supper, or doest thou need to be spanked like a child again? I will obey thee, Caleb, Hester said in a small voice. He followed her from the room, and Hester grew uncomfortable as his dark eyes followed her every move. She filled his plate and placed it before him. Thou wilt also eat, Hester. Fix thy plate and sit thee on thy chair. She didnt want to sit, but Hester did as she was told. It really hurt to sit, but even worse was sitting there without a stitch to cover her body while he was fully clothed. Caleb offered a blessing, and Hester felt her cheeks burn in shame and tears fill her eyes when he asked pardon for her unruly tongue, and requested that she may learn to be more humble during this week long punishment. Hester made herself eat, but it was all she could do to swallow, even though the meat was tender and the potatoes seasoned just right. Thou may clean the dishes, wife, Caleb did not prolong her misery.

Hester worked quickly, ignoring Caleb as he worked on a carving. She was planning to go to bed when she finished, and put this horrid day behind her. Surely Caleb would let her have her clothing on the morrow? Art thou finished? Caleb asked when she hung the dish towel on the hook to dry. Yes, Sir. May I go on to bed now? I am very tired, she said in a small voice. She wanted to crawl beneath the sheets and hide. No, Hester. Thou art being punished, he replied as if speaking to a small child. But thou hast often sent me to bed early as a punishment! she reminded him. Thou wilt not choose thy punishment, Hester. Thou wilt accept the punishment I choose as thine husband. Some of thy punishments will be shameful as well as painful, and tonights will be one of those. Hesters blue eyes widened as he continued speaking, Thou wilt be spending an hour with this, he held up his carving. What is it? Hester whispered. Thou wilt find out soon. In the meantime, thee may bend over the table so that thy arse is turned up and on display. Hester leaned over the table, simply because she had no choice but to obey her husband. She couldnt imagine what he was doing but she feared she was not going to like it at all! Thine arse is looking sore, Caleb told her. Perhaps thou wilt appreciate this punishment since it will spare thy backside another whipping tonight? Unless, of course, thou fusses he added I do not mean to fuss with thee, husband. I am most anxious to make amends and regain thy respect. My fear is that thou wilt not forgive me I will forgive thee when thou hast accepted all thy punishment, he reassured her. Caleb took his knife and made deep scores in this carving, then he stood and moved behind her. Thou wilt endure this punishment, and thou wilt focus on controlling thy urge to complain or cry. Thou wilt bear this discomfort in silence, Hester, as a penance for shaming Mistress Bey in front of her daughter. Hester was shocked when Caleb slapped her right cheek and ordered, Use thy hands and pull thy cheeks apart so that I may insert this plug into your arsehole. It is wet and will slide in easily. Hesters face was a bright, burning scarlet as she felt Caleb insert the tip of his finger into a place that no one had ever touched. It wasnt exactly painful, but it was not comfortable either. After he worked his finger in and out for a few minutes, he placed the tip of the juicy root at her opening and slowly inserted it. Thou wilt remain quiet and suffer this in complete silence. I do not care how it feels; thou wilt accept this for as long as I order it. If thee cry, or beg for mercy, I will take the strap to thee as well. Hester clenched her muscles, trying to stop the invasion, but Caleb slapped her left thigh hard. Relax thy muscles. She obeyed, and had to stifle a moan as the plug filled her. It did not take long for the burning to start, and Hester struggled to remain still as the burn continued to grow and spread. Do not wiggle thy arse, and keep thy hands flat on the table. Thou wilt bear this discomfort while I record in my ledger. Hester was miserable! Her bottom was unbearably stretched by the hideous plug, but even worse was the juices burning her inside and outside along her crack. She wanted to plead

with Caleb to remove it, but she didnt want a strapping. Tears came to her eyes and she rapidly blinked them away. She prayed that he would take it out soon, and she prayed for help to bear her suffering in silence! She also swore she would never ever berate Mistress Bey again, nor anyone else. Hester could only imagine what she looked like at this moment, and she wondered if she would ever be able to face anyone in their community again. She was completely bare, head to toe, and bent over the table in a humiliating fashion. Her backside sported stripes and bruises from her punishment, and she had a root inserted into her bottom, stretching her wide. She was so uncomfortable, and the shame of the punishment was nearly as bad as the punishment herself. Caleb carefully recorded the purchases of the day in his ledger, and then carefully listed Hesters punishments for the day. Once he was finished, he carefully blew on the ink until it was dry, and then put away his pen, ink, and the ledger. Hast thee come to regret thine actions, wife? he demanded, resting his hand on her bottom and feeling her tremble. Yes, Sir! Hester replied earnestly. Thou wilt regret them a while longer as I go and check on the mare. If thou maintain thy present demeanor, I will release thee to bed when I come inside. If thou hast moved the least little bit, or gives in to tears, thou wilt be strapped, and I will carve another plug for thy arsehole, and it will be much larger. Hester closed her eyes as Caleb walked outside. She prayed he would hurry and return quickly. She did not know how much longer she could endure her disgrace in silence. The burning was growing in intensity, and the stretching was causing her to ache. It was also hard to remain completely still when all she wanted to do was hop about to relieve the sting. Caleb stood in the open doorway, watching his wife. He could tell she was near the breaking point, and he knew it was time to give her relief. Thou may seek thy bed, wife. And thee may remove the plug and throw it away. Thou wilt not wear thy gown, nor will thee apply salve to thy welts and bruises. Thou wilt not wash away the juice of the root, either. The lingering burn will remind thee that thou hast been punished by thine husband. Hester nodded in compliance, and then hurried to the other room, finding it difficult to walk with the plug filling her. She was aware of it stretching her with each step, and could feel Calebs dark eyes watching her as she walked away from him. Her fingers were shaking as she removed the horrible root from her butt. She threw it into the chamber pot, and then carefully sat to relieve herself. She then washed her hands and face, and turned to her bed. It was a relief to crawl between the cool sheets of the bed and close her eyes. The tears came then, and she cried herself to sleep, wondering how much more she would have to endure in the coming days. Hester was careful to stay on her side of the bed when Caleb joined her. She did not wish his attention this night, and she was ashamed to be lying with him without her nightdress. Caleb knew Hester was awake, but he made no attempt to reach out to her. She was entitled to a bit of privacy to sulk and pout a bit. He personally thought that seven days of punishment was a bit extreme, but he gave his word to see it done, and he would. He just hoped Hester wouldnt hate him when it was all over. Morning came and along with it, heavy rain. Thou wilt stay inside and prepare food to break our fast. I will tend the animals whilst thou does this. He realized that Hester was preparing to speak and he held up his hand to stop her. Do not ask me about clothing, wife. Thou wilt earn an extra day of exposure if thou dost.

Hester lowered her blue eyes guiltily. Caleb would remain inside with her as long as the weather continued to be poor, and she found the idea hard to bear, when under normal circumstances she would be delighted. She was also afraid he would use the opportunity to punish her even more. She made porridge and tea, and made the bed while she waited for Caleb to return to the house. Eventually, he came inside, and hung his dripping hat and cloak. He carried eggs in one pail and milk in another. He placed them aside for Hester to tend after they ate. Hester picked up a bowl and was going to remove the lid from the kettle to serve Caleb when he reached out to stop her. Thou must be spanked first, wife. All thy meals will be spent sitting on a freshly spanked arse. Hester was not surprised by the declaration, and did not resist when he sat on his chair and took her over his knee. He used his hand, and scolded while he spanked her bottom. Thou art being lessoned SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! by thine husband SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! because thou hast an unruly tongue. SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! This is NOT SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! becoming in a wife SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! And it will NOT SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! be tolerated! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! He lifted her to her feet. Thou may serve now, Hester. Hester was near tears. The spanking itself was not harsh, but on top of the switching and the wooden spoon from last evening, she was stinging like mad, and sitting would be even more difficult than it was at supper last night. The weather has given me the opportunity to see to your correction in a firm manner this day, wife. Thy punishments will be varied. Some will be of the mind, so that thou wilt think. Some will be of thy body, and will give thee pain so that thee may atone for the pain thy words inflicted. I would ask thee a question Would thee rather a plug or a switching? Hester didnt know how to answer. Thou may tell me true. I know a switching is painful, but it is a childs correction. A woman may be punished in other ways by her husband, and I would know if thee feels thy love for thine husband will die if I pursue these punishments and spare thy backside more severe whippings? Hester was surprised to see the genuine concern in Calebs dark eyes. She placed her hand on his and replied from her heart. Punishments are not meant to be enjoyed, my husband. Both the switching and the root were very unpleasant, but even worse is not being allowed to cover myself. I feel such shame she admitted, struggling to keep from crying. I know I have placed thee in shame along with me, and I have earned whatever punishment thee wishes to give me. I do love thee, Caleb, and I will love thee always. I trust thee to care for me and protect me and even to punish me in a manner that will make me more pleasing to thee. Caleb nodded, and then smiled, Thy answer pleases me, Hester. Thou wilt still be spanked, and thou wilt cry from thy spankings. Thou wilt also receive more lessons in selfcontrol and I will also punish thee in ways a husband may punish his wife. Thou may well find these hardest of all to bear since thou art a modest and chaste wife. I do not wish to destroy thy spirit, Hester, just lesson thee. I love thee with all my heart, and it gives me no pleasure to witness thy tears. Dost thou believe my words? Yes, husband, I do, she nodded. Then thou wilt eat thy breakfast now, he smiled at her.

Hester sat on the hard chair, and squirmed futilely trying to find a spot to sit that was comfortable. It was impossible, and it was difficult to make herself eat her porridge. She kept looking at Caleb, but he was in no hurry to finish. The rain had settled in, and it appeared likely he would have a day inside, except for caring for the livestock, and hed already seen to their needs. She kept squirming and wishing he would hurry, or else give her leave to clear the table. Finally, Caleb pushed his char back, and said, Thou may rise, wife. Hester jumped up, anxious to give her poor butt some relief. Thou may come to me. Hester looked at him in surprise. Thee squirmed throughout our meal. I would have thee sit still and keep thy hind parts squarely on thy seat. Now we will refresh thy spanking and thou wilt sit without squirming for one hour. Hester wanted to cry when he motioned for her to turn up her bottom. He spanked her long and hard, then stood and plopped her on her chair with a thump. Thou wilt be quiet and still. The minutes ticked by very slowly and Hester could do nothing but sit on her fiery red bottom and feel the discomfort, and watch as her husband took very thin strips of leather and started braiding them together. When he was finished with the braiding, he took a small piece of wood and started carving, and within minutes, he had a small handle. He took another thin strip of leather, and used it to attach the braid to the handle, and Hesters eyes widened as she realized hed made a small whip!

Chapter Four
When the hour was up, Hester looked at Caleb expectantly. He seemed oblivious to the fact that the time had passed. She wanted to ask his permission to rise, but determined it would be best to sit quietly until he noticed for himself. She did not wish to do or say anything to incur additional punishment. It grew increasingly more frustrating to sit quietly, especially when Caleb did not once glance at her or in the clocks direction. Her bottom ached, and shed learned her lesson well. She would not squirm on her seat for the duration of her chastisement. She sat an additional thirty minutes before Caleb looked at her. Thou hast shown control, and thee may rise and tend to thy chores. Hester cleaned her kitchen, then said, Wilt thou fetch meat and vegetables, Caleb, so that I may put a stew on to simmer? He put down the harness he was mending, and then braved the weather to do as she bade. Thank, thee, Caleb, she smiled when he returned to the house. Thou art welcome, he returned her smile. How long will thou be? he asked. It will not take long to put the stew on, but I must separate the cream from the milk and churn butter today. Thou wilt continue, and when thou art finished, I will take the milk and eggs to the spring house. I would not have thee outside in this weather. Thou wouldst catch thy death , his dark eyes slid over her nude body, and Hester blushed a fiery ret at his obvious scrutiny. She longed for an apron, at least! Caleb returned to the harness he was mending and Hester tried to ignore her tears as she cut the venison into pieces and put it into a pot to brown. She peeled and chopped onions and added them, then peeled potatoes and carrots and added them to the bubbling liquid in the pot. She moved the pot so that the stew would simmer and not boil. Once that was done she skimmed the cream from the milk and put it in her churn. She put a piece of cheesecloth over a clean crock, and strained the milk. She poured some into a pitcher, and then said, The milk and eggs are ready for the spring house, Caleb. Thou wilt churn now? he asked, raising his eyes to hers. Yes, sir. Very well. He put aside the harness and turned to watch. I will enjoy watching thee churn butter. Caleb! Please do not! It is too embarrassing, she said tearfully. I would watch thee sit on thy chair, and watch th y titties bounce as thee work the churn. Hesters face turned a brilliant red, and he smiled. Thou may be assured this is one punishment that I will enjoy. Thee should enjoy how painless this punishment is, wife. The little whip I made is for thy teats. Thou wilt not find sleeping on thy tummy so comfortable this night. Hester was shocked. She could not believe he would whip her breasts! She spent a minute or two wiping up non-existent messes, and keeping her back to her husband. She did not wish to sit down, and she did not wish to have his dark eyes on her as she churned. It would be too shameful.

Thou art stalling, wife. Sit thee on thy chair and tend to thy chore, or thou wilt feel the whip right now. Hester sat, and self-consciously started churning. She was embarrassed to tears when her breasts bounced up and down, putting on a show for her husband. It was horrifying. She stopped and put her hands over her face, trying to hide her shame. Caleb walked over to wear she sat and forced her hands down to her sides. His large hands cupped her breasts and lifted them, his thumbs playing across her nipples. Hester closed her eyes, trying to pretend that Caleb wasnt doing this to her during daylight hours! Hed slid his hands under her gown and touched her breasts before he entered her and mated with her, but this was completely different. It was daytime. He was looking at her. And, he was doing it deliberately. There was no denying the fact it felt good but the guilt she felt was overwhelming. Caleb continued the manipulation until her rosy-tipped nipples were enlarged and swollen, and then he asked, Art thou going to finish thy butter now, or do I need to whip thee first? I will finish, Hester whispered, even more aware of her breasts now. She was afr aid of the whipping she was to endure and prayed that Caleb would change his mind. Caleb donned his hat and cape and made a trip to the spring house, and when he returned to the house, Hester was stirring the stew. He waited until she finished, then said, Art thou ready to have thy titties whipped? Dost thou have to do this, husband? I am afraid! she asked tearfully. Thou wilt suffer no permanent damage, but I guarantee thou wilt not find the punishment pleasant. Please, Caleb, I am so sorry! Do not whip my breasts! she whimpered. He pulled her chair from the table, then instructed, Sit thee down, Hester. It will be easier for thee to stay in place. Place thy arms behind thy back, and hold thy chin up. Hester clasped her hands behind her, but she wanted nothing more than to jump up and run. She felt Calebs hands on her shoulders and then he pulled them back, forcing her chest out. I expect thee to stay like this so that I may whip thee, wife. If thee try very hard, Hester, this whipping will be short. If thou hast to be warned and scolded, thou wilt suffer much longer. Thou wilt accept this punishment as thou didst the plug yesterday eve. I will give thee time to contemplate and decide how thee wishes to behave. Keep those titties thrust out and ready to be punished Hester couldnt help herself. The tears started flowing and ran down her cheeks. This was much worse than last night. Caleb was forcing her to display her body, and then he was going to whip her! Her tears dripped from her cheeks and ran down her breasts, only Caleb seemed imperious to her misery. Caleb gave her fifteen minutes to anticipate what was going to happen, then approached her, the little whip in his hand. He didnt say a word, but flicked her lift nipple. The sting wasnt nearly as bad as she expected it would be, but it was still embarrassing. He flicked her right nipple next, and said, Keep thy titties thrust up and out, Hester. And thy chin up. I do not wish to strike thy face by accident. Hester made a conscious decision to cooperate. Perhaps Caleb would continue to flick her lightly if she offered herself willingly. Caleb nodded when she thrust her breasts forward, inviting him to whip her. He had no desire to torture her, and he was pleased to see she was giving him her trust. He flicked her

breasts lightly, and watched her wince a time or two. But, each time, she regained her composure, and silently offered her breasts for more of the whip. Hester could feel her nipples growing more and more sensitive, and the stinging sensation was more intense with each flick of the whip. She had to bite her lip finally, but she continued to accept the lashing. Caleb could see the perspiration forming on her upper lip and the tears flowing. He stopped the punishment. Thou may go and soothe thy breasts, Hester, since thou didst so well. Wouldst thou hold me first? she asked in a small voice. I need thee to comfort me, please? Caleb placed the whip on the table and opened his arms to her. She was trembling and overwrought. He lifted her in his arms and carried her to their bedroom, where he gently placed her on the bed. He then wet a cloth with cool water and held it to her stinging breasts. Dost thou feel better? he asked a few minutes later. Yes, husband. Thank thee. Thou wilt rest now. I will watch thy stew and call thee when it is time to eat. He leaned down and kissed her cheek. Thou art making me proud, Hester. Thou art doing well. Sleep now. Hester was surprised at how tired she was. She closed her eyes and tried to imagine what other surprises her husband had in store for her. She hated being punished, but somehow Caleb made her feel very loved. Caleb let Hester sleep for an hour. He went to the bedroom and woke her. Its time for thy spanking, wife, and then we will eat. Thou may flip over on thy tummy, and we will tend the matter here. Hester rolled over, and then realized that Caleb held the leather strap. He gave her twenty-five stinging welts on her arse and thighs, and gave her a couple minutes to sob into her pillow. We will eat now, wife. Come to the table. Hester was so very sore and did not know how she would make it through the next several days. She was surprised when Caleb instructed her to sit and said he would fill their plates. She remembered her lesson from earlier and forced herself to sit without squirming. Once they were finished eating, Caleb gave her permission to clean up. His dark eyes followed her around as she washed the dishes and put them away. Her arse was welted and sore, and he decided that the evenings spanking would be mild. Hester was showing a tremendous amount of courage in accepting her punishment, and he was going to be less physical with her the rest of today and tomorrow. Her poor hind parts would be raw and bleeding if he did not show some care. He smiled to himself, and then nodded. His pretty little wife would not be pleased with the treatment, but it would go a long way in restoring her skin and relieving the bruises so that he might end her week long punishment with the sev ere switching the Elders insisted upon. Are there chores thee must attend now, wife? he asked. No, husband. Normally I would use this time to sew. Thou may do so then, he smiled at her. I do not feel like sitting, husband, she admitted. Thy hind does look sore, he agreed. Would thee prefer to stand in the corner of the bedroom? No, sir, she answered truthfully.

Then thou wilt sew for a while. Thy sore bottom will give thee a reminder that thou needest to think before speaking. Hester took up her sewing and settled in her rocking chair. The seat had a thin cushion, but it was of little help when she was so sore Caleb kept all kinds of dried herbs and plants in tiny leather pouches. He took out his mortar and pestle, and went to work, making a paste. He added a few drops of water to the mixture, and eventually had a nice thick cream. The aroma was pungent, but not altogether unpleasant. The unpleasant aspect was soon to be discovered by his little bride. I have made thee something to soothe thy bruises, wife, he announced. Hester looked at him in surprise. She would welcome the relief, but However, thou wilt not appreciate the cure. It will be a punishment in and of itself. Thou wilt come and put they bottom over my knee. Hester was hesitant, but she did rise and put down her sewing. Come now, he chided her. This will only heat thy bottom in another way. Hester couldnt help remembering the one time shed become ill since she married Caleb. Hed made a medicine for her and insisted she take it. One taste, and shed refused! It was bitter and foul tasting. Hed calmly flipped her over on the bed and spanked her like a naughty child, then made her swallow every last drop. The same look was in his dark eyes right now. She took a deep breath and let it out slowly, but obeyed him. She put herself over his knee, praying he wouldnt find it necessary to spank her sore bottom again before he applied the creamy ointment. Caleb took a small amount and rubbed in into her right cheek, and heard her gasp in surprise. The left cheek was next, then her thighs. He continued to massage her for a few more minutes, and wasnt surprised when Hester moaned and tried to get up. It burns, Caleb! she squealed. Oh, it burns! I need to wash it off! she started f or the bedroom. No. Thou wilt wear the salve, Hester. I warned thee it was a punishment. Oh, but its worse than suffering the bruises and welts! she cried. Good. Thou wilt be well punished today, then. Caleb calmly washed his hands, removing the ointment with soap, and then looked at Hester, who was jumping around in an effort to relieve the burning sting. Come here, wife! Calebs tone was scolding, and she knew better than disobey. Thou wilt bend over the table and hold to the other side. Keep thy arse still. Hester did as she was told, but it was impossible to be completely still when it felt as though her backside was on fire. Caleb left her like that while he spent some time cleaning his gun, and sharpening his knife. Finally, he spoke, Dost thou think thou canst work on thy sewing now, wife? Yes, husband. The fire wasnt as hot as before. Thou wilt wish to place a towel over thy seat so thee do not stain thy pillow, he cautioned. Once Hester was seated and working, he said, Thou wilt come to me in an hour, wife, and thou wilt ask for another rub down with the ointment. Dost thou understand? Yes, husband. Hester wanted to throw her sewing at his head. The ointment burned like fire! Still, one hour later, she put aside her sewing and came to him and asked him to repeat the treatment.

Caleb knew this one would burn even worse, and Hesters cries were proof of it. This time he sat her in her rocking chair with stern orders to control herself. She sniffled a bit, but working on her sewing seemed to help. Husband I need to make biscuits Dost thou mind if I rise and tend to our meal? Dost thou need me to bring in anything? he offered. No, thank thee, Caleb. We have an abundance of stew left, and I will bake biscuits unless thee wishes something different? Thy stew was very good. Whilst thou art busy, I will tend the animals. Dost thou want me to put all the milk in the spring house? She nodded and was relieved when he put on his hat and cape and went outside, leaving her alone for a bit. She peeked and was dismayed to see there was more than enough of the ointment left for another thorough application. This was one definitely one situation where the cure was worse than the problem! Hester mixed her biscuits, and placed them over the fire to bake. She then set the table, put out butter and honey, and poured milk for them to drink. Once everything was done, Hester started worrying. Last evenings spanking with the spoon was intense, and she couldnt help wondering if he would be as severe tonight. How would she survive another five days of this? Would he insert another plug tonight? Or whip her breasts again? She honestly didnt think she could regret her tongue any more than she already did Caleb came inside, and then hurried out of his wet cape and hat. The rains shows no sign of stopping, Hester. 'Tis well, though. We needed the rain, and thou needest my attention. Is supper nearly ready? Yes, husband. Good. Thou may serve when it pleases thee. He took his customary seat and made conversation with her about the weather, the animals, and other things they normally discussed. Hester tried not to show her joy that he was going to forego spanking her, and kept up her end of the conversations throughout the meal. To her pleased surprise, Caleb picked up the dishtowel and wiped the dishes for her. Thank thee for thy help, husband, she smiled in pleasure. Thou art a good cook, wife, and thee keeps a tidy house. I do not thank thee often enough for the things thou dost. He leaned down and gave her an affectionate kiss, then said regretfully. Thou may go to thy corner in the bedroom and spend some time reflecting on this day. I will join thee shortly, Hester. Hesters hopes that the day would end on a pleasant note were dashed. Caleb was an honorable man, and she would be punished as he promised. She went into their room and lit a candle, then walked over to the corner she was learning to hate and put her nose there to wait for him. Caleb wasnt far behind Hester. Is thy punishment serving a purpose, wife? he asked. I regret my actions, Caleb, and I am determined to control my tongue from now on. I will apologize to Mistress Bey at the first opportunity. Thou wilt certainly do that, Caleb agreed. I did not spank thee before supper because I decided thee need to be treated like a little girl this night. Thou wilt be spanked, and while thy bottom is stinging, I will apply more ointment. Thou wilt then be tucked into bed to cry thyself to sleep. Tomorrow will be a day of confinement for thee. Thou wilt not speak at all unless asked a

direct question. Thou wilt be restricted to a very small area of this room. Thou wilt do no chores; thou wilt spend the entire day reflecting on the silence. There will be no spankings tomorrow, nor any other punishment save complete silence and confinement. Dost thou have any questions? Hester was too stunned to think of anything to say. Very well. Caleb sat on the bed. Thou wilt be spanked like a naughty little girl very thoroughly. He pulled her down over his lap and applied his hand, gently at first, scolding her for behaving like a thoughtless child, and then spanking harder. Her cheeks were flaming when he started on her thighs. Hester was kicking her legs and begging Caleb to stop, but he was determined to set a fire, and he did. Now I will give thee some special attention to where thee sits down. Caleb listened to Hester sob as he spanked her tender little bottom and the sensitive area between her cheeks and her thighs to a deep, dark red. Then he dipped his fingers in the ointment and applied it liberally. That set off a fresh spate of wiggling and sobbing, and it took several more hearty spanks to convince the little brunette to let him massage the ointment into her buttocks and thighs. Hester finally stopped struggling when it was clear she wasnt going to stop Caleb from spanking her until she did. He stopped the spanking, but he continued to apply the ointment all over her cheeks and thighs, and to her dismay, he made sure to separate her cheeks and apply it to her crack. His finger pushed a dollop inside her bottom and Hester cried even harder when it burned more than the root! Caleb proceeded to tuck her into bed. If thy grandparents had tucked thee in with a stinging bottom a few times, Hester, then perhaps this week would not be necessary. He kissed her cheek. Thou art to sleep now, and thou art to remember that thou art to remain silent from now on until I give thee permission to speak. Thou art confined also, and will not leave this room on the morrow.

Chapter Five
Good morrow, wife. Good morrow, Caleb, Hester replied, thankful she was allowed to speak again. I missed the sound of thy sweet voice yesterday, he smiled at her. Didst thou find any peace in thy reflection? I did not enjoy the day, husband, she admitted, and then added quietly, I think I learned the lesson thou wished to impart. And what is that lesson? he questioned her. It was a small sample of what it would be like to be shunned by our community. I wo uld be confined to a small area because no one would wish my company, and I would have no one to talk to. Her blue eyes filled with tears, I would hate to bring that upon us, Caleb. I will guard my tongue from now on, she said fervently. The punishment served a good purpose, and I am pleased, Caleb smiled at her again. How is thy arse feeling? Much better, she admitted, and then smiled, but I doubt it will feel better for long? Caleb chuckled, and then nodded his head. Thou art correct, Hester. Thou wilt be soundly spanked today. Caleb I do love thee she whispered. I know this is hard on thee, too, and I regret making it necessary. Thank thee, Hester. I would like thee to know what to expect this day, he said, his eyes darkening. Thou wilt have a day of obedience and submission. Thou wilt not feel much in the way of pain, unless thou fusses and argues, but thou wilt find thy chaste ways put aside for the day. I do not understand, husband. Thou wilt, he replied, then added. Thou wilt wear the color of embarrassment on thy cheeks this day. He rose from the bed, then said, Thou wilt fix our meal now, and when it is ready, thou wilt pull out thy chair and place thy hands on the seat, and spread thy limbs far apart so that I may see thy cunny when I come in from tending the creatures. Hester blushed as she hurried from the room. Now she understood what he meant by putting aside her chaste ways. Her hands were trembling as she broke eggs into a bowl and beat them. She took thick slices of brad and soaked them in the egg, then sprinkled them with cinnamon and sugar and paced them on a hot griddle. She also fixed tea. When the bread was done, she couldnt put it off any longer. Caleb would be walking through the door any minute, and she did not want to be punished for disobeying him. Caleb was frowning as he looked in the window. Hester was bustling about and not where she was supposed to be. He was prepared to go and cut a wet switch, but Hester gave one more look at the table and hurriedly pulled out her chair. She made sure she placed it where he could see her just as soon as he walked inside, then bent forward and placed her hands on the seat. She moved her feet further apart, and then, to his shocked amazement, she lifted her hands and reached around to pull herself wide, to give him a clear and unobstructed view of her cunny. She then placed her hands on the seat, and Caleb quickly adjusted his trousers. He wanted nothing more than to walk inside and walk over there and take her It had been well over a week now, and while he intended to punish her sexually today, he hadnt counted on his natural reaction.

Caleb walked inside and hung up his hat and coat, then walked over to Hester. I saw thee through the window, opening thyself to give me thy obedience. I was going to whip thee harshly to start this day, but feel it is not desired. What I would ask instead, wife, is that thou wouldst welcome me inside thy cunny right here and right now. It was daytime and they were in the main room of their house Hesters face was a flaming red, but she whispered, I would please thee, Caleb. Thank thee, wife, he whispered too, quickly freeing himself from his trousers. This is not a punishment, and I will have care for thee Hester found she enjoyed Calebs touch when he reached around her to stroke her breasts. Her nipples were still a bit tender from the whipping hed given them, but that only served to intensify the pleasure. She leaned against him, making it easier for him to take what he wanted. Caleb could tell that Hester was enjoying his touch, so he continued to tweak and roll her nipples, and then he felt between her legs. She was dripping wet, and he was more than ready to sink himself into her warm tight cunny. Hester secretly loved it when Caleb mated with her. She liked the fullness, and she enjoyed the sensations when he moved in and out. Sometimes, when he was done, and snoring softly, her hand would creep down and touch herself It was as though she needed more, but she didnt know what. Caleb set a slow rhythm, and smiled when Hesters body started moving with his. The tempo increased, as did the power behind his thrusts, and he felt Hesters tiny bottom spasm, triggering his own release deep within her. Hester wasnt sure what had happened. She just knew that shed enjoyed something she wasnt supposed to enjoy. Thou spent, too, Hester, Caleb gently swatted her sweet rear. Art thou angry with me? she asked in a small voice. Why would I be angry with thee? he demanded. I did not behave as a chaste wife should! she admitted in shame. Hester, thou responded naturally, and it is not something to be ashamed of. God would not make thee capable of pleasure if He did not wish thee to enjoy thine husbands touch. Thou wilt still respect me? she wanted to know. Hester, thou canst still be a woman and be chaste. Thou wilt learn this lesson today, and thou wilt still be modest. Thou wouldst not feel such shame at thy nudity if thou wast not a chaste woman. She looked at him, suddenly understanding what hed been hinting at all morning. Thou wilt punish me today as a husband? Thou wilt learn obedience through submission today. Thou didst very well with thy first lesson of the day, he smiled. Thee had best eat before thy food is ruined! Hester scolded, then asked, May I be excused to clean myself? Thou wilt enjoy thy breakfast with my seed between thy legs. It will remind thee that thou art a well loved woman. Heeds cheeks were pink throughout the meal. She was very much aware of the sticky wetness running down her legs, and Calebs knowing smile made it even more embarrassing. He bade her clean the kitchen before excusing her to freshen up, and even then, Hester was shocked when he followed her into their room to watch.

Thou wilt bathe thyself while I observe thee, wife. Thou wilt have no modesty before thine husband today. My cheeks will be permanently stained red! she told him. Caleb merely smiled. It is a becoming shade. Once she was clean, and they returned to the other room, Caleb said, We will start with thy titties, Hester. I would have thee aware of them the rest of this morn and throughout the noon meal. I must bake bread, Caleb, and what of my other chores? she reminded him. Thou wilt make bread, but the other chores will wait. Thou art being punished, and thou wilt accept thy punishment. Yes, husband, she answered, then looked at him bravely to ask, What would thou hast me do? That is much better, he approved. Thou wilt cup thy titties in thy hands and bounce them as I do. When Hesters blue eyes widened in disbelief, he said, Thou wilt caress thyself and place thy nipples between thy thumb and finger and pull them. I would watch thee do this now. Hester looked around her kitchen, then at Caleb. This is most difficult, husband. I will feel shamed. Thou wilt feel embarrassment, true, but there is no shame in obedience. He gave her a moment or two to think. I will have thy obedience, wife, even it if must be preceded with a spanking. Dost thou wish to obey? Yes, sir, I will obey thee, Hester replied, then raised her hands to her breasts. She cupped them and lifted. Open thy eyes and look at me, Caleb ordered. I would watch thee struggle with thyself. Use thy thumbs to caress thy nipples. Hester did so and was shocked to feel a growing awareness between her legs and her nipples responded and enlarged. Caleb continued to give her instructions for the next several minutes, which she followed. Thou may mix thy bread and put it to rise, Hester, and while it rises, thou wilt come to me and ask for more instruction in obedience. Hester made her dough and set it to rise. She washed her hands, and then went to where Caleb was working on a carving. Would thee instruct me further in obedience, husband? He put the carving aside immediately. How long will it take the bread to rise? About an hour. That is good. Thou wilt show me what thee learned earlier. Hester blushed, but she brought her hands to her breasts and touched herself while Caleb watched. He waited until she was in tears before he permitted her to stop. Why art thou crying? Art thou shamed? Or art thou growing needy? Both, she replied truthfully, and he was satisfied with her reply. Does it shame thee if I touch thy titties? he asked, grasping her nipples firmly and pulling her close to where he sat on his stool. Only when it is daytime and we are not in our bed Would thee rather I whipped thy nipples than touch them? No, sir! she replied seriously.

I am not going to whip them this hour, but I will later, he promised. This hour I will touch them in many ways and thou wilt tell me if thee enjoys my touch, or if thee finds it painful to bear. Hester watched as he lifted her left breast in one hand, and then used the fingers of his other hand to caress her until she was wiggling and antsy. Oh, that is pleasurable! she replied when he asked. Well make sure both titties are the same. He repeated the test on her other breast with the same results. Then he spanked them with his hand until she was crying from the sting. After that, he placed his hands on her buttocks and pulled her close and his tongue caressed her gently, causing her to place her hands in his dark hair and moan. Thee needs to check thy bread, Caleb gave her rump a light slap, and Hester felt her cheeks burn as she went to do as he said. She hated the wanton way she was responding, but she ached deep within her belly. She couldnt help but wonder if Caleb had wanted to do these things to her breasts all along? Or was it just a lesson in obedience designed to frustrate her and make her ache with need. She dumped the bread dough on the floured table, and started kneading, very much aware of her breasts as they jiggled and bounced as she worked on the routine task. Caleb would look in her direction every so often, and that did nothing to dispel the ache within her. Her nipples were swollen and heavy, and it was all she could do to concentrate on her bread. She shaped it into two separate loaves, and set it to rise for the second time. As she cleaned up her mess, she looked toward Caleb, wondering what he expected of her now. Should she go to him as he requested before? Or should she wait until he called to her? Hester decided it would be best to go to him and show him her willingness to accept the days lessons, even though she was pretty darn sure he was going to use the little whip on her breasts again. She walked over to him, and waited until he glanced up from his carving. Dost thou wish to instruct me further in wifely obedience, husband? Caleb showed her the carving he was working on. Dost though have any idea what this is? he asked. No, sir. Thou wilt, come later today, he smiled. It will be a very limber switch, and it will be used between thy legs. Oh, no! she gasped. Oh, yes, he nodded, and then said, It is time to whip thy titties again. Thou wilt go to the chest and bring the whip to me. Hester walked slowly to the chest, and found the small whip lying on top. She picked it up and carried it to him, remembering how much it stung the other time he used it. Thank thee, Hester. He stood, then picked her up and placed her on his stool. Hed made it so that he could sit at his work bench and carve or make things of an evening, and the stool was quite tall. Hester was surprised when she was able to look directly into his dark eyes. Thee showed proper submission by coming to me for another lesson wife. I would not disappoint thee. Art thou beginning to understand that thine obedience to earlier scolds would have prevented this week of lessons? Yes, sir, she answered.

Dost thou realize that I would rather give thy body pleasure than pain? But that I must give thee both today to make thy choice to obey one that thou wilt readily make even when I am not there to supervise thee? I understand, husband. I will obey thee like a woman grown and not a little girl. Thou wilt accept this whipping as bravely as thou didst the other day? Yes, sir. Dost thou know how gentle I was with thee then? he asked. No, sir. It did hurt, and it was very difficult to offer myself for punishment. Thou wilt hold out thy hands, palms up, Hester, he ordered crisply. Hester offered her palms, pretty sure what was coming. She cried out twice as Caleb whipped one palm and then the other. Oh! Oh! That was awful! she shook her hands, desperate to relieve the sting. Does thee now realize how gentle I was when I whipped thy titties before? Yes, sir! Please, I beg of thee, I do not think I could bear such pain. My nipples are so sensitive right now Thou may cry if thee wish, Hester, but this whipping will be longer and harder than the last. Thou wilt suffer it so that thou wilt never want it repeated. Wouldst thou keep thy hands behind thee, or dost thou wish me to tie them to the stool? I will keep my hands behind me and obey you, husband, Hester tearfully promised. Good girl, he smiled. Prepare thyself. Hester put her hands behind her and clasped them together. She put her shoulders back and thrust her breasts forward, offering them to Caleb. The first lash was a light flick and Hester was able to maintain her composure, but eventually, Caleb made the strokes harder, and she couldnt keep from crying. Thou art trying to twist away, wife. Hold out thy titties and thou wilt receive ten more. If thee twist away, I will give thee the ten and add ten more for each time. Hester didnt want a hundred more lashes! She pushed her breasts forward, vowing she would take the ten without a whimper. Caleb made the last ten the hardest of all. Hesters lovely breasts were covered with welts and he was sure she was feeling nothing but pain at the moment. Please, may I use cold cloths to relieve the pain? she tearfully begged. Not this time, wife. This time thee must suffer the sting until it goes away naturally. When she cried even harder, he touched her hair in genuine sympathy. Thou wilt not suffer this again this week, Hester, I promise thee. You took thy punishment well, and I see no need to repeat it. Hester wanted to rub away the sting and went to touch herself, unable to resist, but Caleb grabbed her hand and said, Thee must not, honey. I would hate to have to whip thee again. It hurts so badly, Caleb she cried. Dost thou not need to tend to thy bread? he asked gently, wondering if hed been too severe. Hester nodded, and went to put the bed to bake. She was hurting so much, and it was all she could do to keep from trying to ease the pain. Her nipples were swollen and red, and there were fine welts all over the mounds. Caleb had kept his word to make the whipping longer and more painful than the last. The pain in Hesters lovely blue eyes was making him feel guilty, and he couldnt stand it any longer. He crossed the room and wrapped his arms around her from behind. If this hurts too

much, tell me and I will stop, he whispered, then tried to ease some of the sting by rubbing gently. I am sorry to be such a baby, Caleb, she whispered. Thou art not a baby. Thy breasts were sensitive from pleasure, and then I gave them pain. Art thou somewhat better now? he asked. Yes, thank thee, Caleb. Thou art a good man. Thee should not be upset with thyself for teaching me obedience. Thou hast been patient with me for too long, and thy lessons are long overdue. I will accept these lessons with a good heart and learn from them. I do prefer thy touch of pleasure upon my breasts, she admitted, then felt her face turn scarlet. Thee pleases me, wife. He held her close and even offered to help her put a noon meal on the table. Thou wilt not be spanked this meal, Hester. Thou hast suffered enough pain this morn. Tonight, though, thy arse will receive its due. Hester enjoyed their meal together, although it was very simple. While she was cleaning up, he brought her a roast, and Hester prepared it and put it over the fire to cook slowly. When all was done, Caleb motioned for her to come to him. To her shock, he caressed her breasts with his tongue and took each nipple in turn to give her suckle. Is this too pain ful to endure? he asked of her. No, sir. Thou wilt offer me suckle, then, he instructed, and she obeyed. She lifted one breast and brought it to his mouth, and when he finished with it, she offered him the other one. The delicious torment didnt last long Caleb had another lesson to administer, and he feared it would be a painful one for his wife.

Chapter Six
Thou wilt come to thy rocking chair, wife, he took her hand and pulled her to the chair. Thou wilt sit, he said softly. Hester sat, and watched as Caleb took his seat on the stool and picked up the thin switch he was working on. She blushed as she remembered what he told her it was for. Thou wilt place the backs of thy knees on the arms of thy chair, wife. Hesters face flooded scarlet. She would be wide open if she did that! Please, no, Caleb! she whispered, scandalized. I thought thou planned to obey? he asked meaningfully. I will obey thee, husband, if thou truly feels the need to shame me so? Thou wilt remember this day when next you think to disobey me, Hester. No more fussing now, or this switch will have a good reason to give thee a sharp lesson. I want to see thy cunny while I prepare thy switch. Hester bit her lower lip and raised one leg and put it on the arm of her chair, and then she raised the other. Thou needest to open more. Slide thy legs back farther on the chair arms. She did as he said, and he had an unobstructed view of her most private parts, and he could see that she was struggling to keep from crying. He waited until she actually had tears of shame running down her cheeks before speaking softly, Dost thou feel very exposed, wife? Do not nod. I want to hear thy voice. Dost thou feel very exposed? he repeated his question. Yes, sir. It was difficult for her to answer. When thou speakest with an unruly tongue, thou art exposing what is in thy heart. Thou art showing thine husband, friends, and neighbors that thou art uncharitable. That thou who hast no children of thine own art more knowledgeable than a woman who has born five and raised them, save for her youngest who is still at home. Thee who art still very, very young hast shown that thou art little more than a child thyself. Is this how thee wishes to be seen, Hester? he asked sternly. No, sir. I am truly sorry. I believe thee, wife, he replied. I am going to use this little switch now. Im sure it will sting on thy sensitive skin, and will remind thee of how thee exposed thyself to others. Hester closed her eyes in dread. She didnt think she could bear the shame of what he was about to do. Hester, open thy eyes. She obeyed. Dost thou deserve this punishment? he asked. She wanted with all her heart to say no, but honestly forced her to reply truthfully, Yes, sir. I know thou art ashamed right now, honey, he said kindly. Be brave The physical pain will be minor, but thou wilt long remember the lesson Hester knew he spoke the truth. Being completely unclothed for four days was shameful in itself, but this was absolutely mortifying. She would never ever forget this lesson, or be able to think of it without feeling shame and blushing profusely. Thou wilt keep thy eyes open and watch thy chastisement, wife. Thou wilt keep thy legs open wide and thou wilt follow my instructions without delay. Thou may cry and speak, but thou wilt accept this correction and remain exposed afterward until I give thee permission to go to the other room. Art thou ready to begin?

Yes, sir, she whimpered. The rod was about eighteen inches long, and tapered to a rounded tip. When he swished it through the air, she could see how flexible it was, and knew it was going to sting. Caleb meant what he said earlier. He did not want the pain to be so overwhelming that she concentrated on that rather than the fact she had exposed herself to him and felt completely vulnerable. He put the first stinging line just above her right knee, on the inside of her thigh. He paused, and then put the second one in the corresponding spot on her left side. He alternated the blows, and while they did sting, he could tell she was growing more agitated as the switch moved closer and closer to her cunny. Hester wanted to close her legs, but when she tried, Caleb placed his hands on her knees to prevent her from lifting them from the chair arms. Thou wilt keep thy legs still, wife. Thou hast earned ten extra punishment strikes for the attempt to hide thyself, and thou wilt earn ten extra each time thou does this. I am so shamed, husband, she cried. Thee must be brave, Hester, and learn from thy chastisement. Art thou ready to continue? Wilt thou accept thy punishment? Yes, sir, she cried. She expected the strokes to be harder, but they were not. Caleb continued the slow progression up each inner thigh, whipping her hard enough to sting, but not hard enough that she lost herself in the pain. Hester prayed he would stop when he reached the top of her thighs, but he didnt. The rod moved inward from each side until he reached her vulva. Thou wilt take thy hands and open thyself wide, Hester. I would whip thy cunny now, and thou wilt show thy acceptance by presenting thyself for correction. Hester sobbed, fearing it would hurt more than she could bear, and knowing her shame would be complete. She knew the only way to end her shameful expose was to accept it as due, and give herself over to it. She used her fingers to spread herself wide. Thou wilt open thy eyes and watch thy whipping. Thou wilt receive five more on thy cunny Hester gasped when the first one landed, but she continued to expose herself. After what seemed an eternity, the second one left a stinging bite. This is the source of thy pleasure, Caleb touched her clitoris and rubbed it fully erect. He noticed that she quickly became wet and felt she was ready for the rest. Thou wi lt receive three more, all of them here, he stroked again, giving pleasure. Then he deliberately flicked the switch three more times. Hester howled. The pain was sharp and intense, and the aftermath left her shaking and weak. Thou wilt hold thyself open and be exposed until I tell thee otherwise, Hester. She watched him walk over to his stool, and she remained as she was. The sting on her legs and her private area was maddening and she couldnt help wiggling to try and relieve it. When her husband looked at her and raised one dark eyebrow, she forced herself to remain still. Several minutes later, Caleb asked, Dost thou feel exposed, Hester? Yes, sir. Dost thou wish to repeat this lesson? No, sir. I have learned well, and will not expose myself with unkind words. Caleb nodded, picked up the switch, and came to her and held out his hand to her. We will go to the other room now to continue.

Hester thankfully lowered her legs, and took her husbands hand. She did not know what to expect, but hopefully her husband would just give her the promised spanking to her backside, and leave it at that. Caleb walked Hester to the wash stand. Dost thou regret thy unruly tongue more than thou didst four days ago, wife? Yes, sir, I do. Enough that thou wouldst clean the remaining words from thy tongue with soap? he inquired. Yes, sir, if thee asks it of me. I would see thee do a thorough job of cleansing thy mouth, and while the soap remains, I would have thee place thy hands on the table, and arch thy bottom so that I may give thee the ten extras thee earned for trying to close thy legs. Yes, sir, she accepted the punishment. While not exactly pleasant, he was not requiring her to expose herself again, and she would show him her willingness to obey. Caleb watched as Hester wet her hands, picked up the soap and worked up a rich lather. She opened her mouth and filled it with the soap, and then used her fingers to reach every little spot. She did not stop until he told her to wipe her hands and put them on the table. Hester placed her hands flat, then bent and offered her backside to her husband. The ten strokes were hard, and all to her sit spot, but she stayed in place and endured them. Thou may spit and rinse thy mouth, wife. When she was done, he pulled her close to hug her. Thou art doing well, honey. I will give thee a severe spanking tonight, and put thee to bed early, but thee may do as thee please for the rest of the day. Thank thee, Caleb, she replied, and meant it. Caleb was true to his word. He insisted on an early supper, and then he took her hairbrush to her bottom until she was a blubbering mess. He then tucked her in for the night, and let her cry herself to sleep. Four days were over and only three more to go. The rain stopped by morning, and Caleb had much work to do outside. Hester found herself spanked twice that day, and sent to bed early. It was a relief, but that relief was shortlived. The rain returned the next day, and Caleb decided to use the opportunity to impart another lesson to his errant wife. Thee needs to learn control, even when thou art distressed or angry, wife. The lesson you receive now will help with this. Hester expected another spanking, but to her surprise, Caleb went into the bedroom and returned with a pillow. He made her kneel in the middle of the floor, and then brought her a cup of water. Drink this, wife. Once the cup was empty, he filled the cup again, and bade her drink. Thereafter, he filled the cup every few minutes and brought it to her with the instructions to drink it down. After a bit, Hester grew concerned. She needed to relieve herself. Husband, may I seek my privacy for a bit? she asked of him. He smiled at her. No, thee may continue to kneel on the pillow. But Thou art being punished, wife. Thou art learning control. Thou wilt not be relieved of thy discomfort for a long time. He brought her more water and Hester didnt want to drink it. Would thou hast me go out in the pouring rain and cut a switch with which to persuade thee?

No, sir. She drank the water. Her back was starting to hurt, too, and the pressure to relieve herself was growing more and more intense. Caleb brought her more water a few minutes later. How art thou feeling? Like I will lose control any moment and soak the pillow! she answered. Thou wilt not lose control. Thou wilt kneel there until I give thee permission to rise. How much longer, Caleb? I will obey thee, but I need to know how long! Please! It might be five minutes It might be two hours, he answered. It does not matter. Thou wilt control thyself and thy urges, no matter how urgent they may seem. Yes, husband. Another fifteen minutes passed, and Caleb could see she was in genuine distress. He offered her more water, and she gulped it down, obeying him without a fuss or argument. He waited another five minutes. Dost thou think thou wilt control thy tongue better now, Hester? Yes, sir, I will! Please, may I go and relieve myself? she implored him. Yes, thee may. Later that evening, he ordered Hester to bring him the wooden spoon, the hairbrush, and the strap. She carried them to him, her eyes downcast. He placed them on the table, then asked, Which one would thee prefer for fifty spanks? Hester looked at the items in dismay. Would he stop with just fifty, or would she get some from all three? Fifty was a large amount, and she would take it easy on herself. I would take the hairbrush, she replied. Then thou wilt hand me the hairbrush, and thou wilt receive fifty, Caleb smiled at her in encouragement. Hester handed him the brush, and he helped her over his lap. He gave her fifty smacks, spreading them evenly over her buttocks. Thou wilt have thy thighs spanked next with the spoon. How many dost thou think would be fair and just? Hester was at a loss. If she said too few, he would think she wasnt taking her punishment seriously. If she said, too many, he would give them all to her Husband, I trust thee to be fair with me. I will accept thy judgment. Thou art learning to control thy unruly tongue, indeed, he chuckled. Thou wilt receive twenty. Hester cried out with each splat of the spoon on her thighs. They were tender already, and each spank made itself felt. The strap is for thy sit spot. I would have thee carry this reminder for a few days, wife. Thou wilt be strapped until I feel thy remorse. Caleb was careful to lay the strap in the same spot over and over, and it didnt take long for Hester to start pleading for mercy. He continued to spank her until she was hoarse from crying, and then sent her to bed. Thou wilt wake now, Hester, and face this day. This is the final day of thy punishment, and thou wilt not enjoy it, I fear. I am most sorry, husband. I will try to be accepting and let my actions prove that I have had a true change of heart. Thou wilt receive a switching today, Hester, he looked at her with genuine regret in his eyes. It will be very harsh The Elders required this, I remember, she told him calmly. I would expect no less of thee than to keep thy word, husband. What thou does not know is that Mistress Bey will come by this morning, and thou wilt be punished in her presence. Thou wilt also ask her forgiveness at this time. As he expected, her blue eyes widened in dismay.

Oh, Caleb Must she see me unclothed? I would die of the shame of it. Thou wilt not die, Hester. Thou wilt be embarrassed Thou wilt be shamed But, thou wilt not die. He pulled her close and hugged her tightly, Thou hast done well this week, honey, and I am proud of thee. Thou wilt take thy switching today, and make thy amends with Mistress Bey, and I will stand for thee with the Elders. Wilt thou try very hard to accept this final whipping and know that I give it to thee with all my love? Yes, husband. Thank thee for comforting me. She laid her head on his shoulder and tried not to cry. While it was true she owed Mistress Bey a heartfelt apology, she didnt relish giving it to her while unclothed. It would be shameful and what if she was accompanied by Elder Bey? Surely Caleb would not expose her before him as well? Thee must eat thy porridge, Hester. Thou wilt not feel like eating at noon, he announced. I am too worried over what is to happen, she confessed. Then I will excuse thee to go to thy corner in the other room and wait. Thou wilt consider the words thou wilt use to express thy remorse to Mistress Bey. Hester went to her corner, and didnt try to stop her tears. She hated the thought of appearing in her unclothed state before the older woman. Surely Mistress Bey would make fun of her and ridicule her and she would say naught in her defense because she truly was going to control her tongue from now on, just as she promised Caleb she would. Hester felt as though shed been standing in the corner for hours when she finally heard the approach of a wagon. She prayed that Elder Bey was not with his wife, and asked again for guidance with her words. She heard Calebs deep voice offer a greeting, and Mistress Beys response. Caleb called to her to come into the other room, and Hester felt her face flame with shame at her state of undress, but she took a deep breath and walked to where her husband stood. To Mistress Beys credit, she didnt bat an eye at Hesters nudity. Mistress Bey, she greeted her politely. I wish to apologize to thee for my unruly tongue. I was rude and thoughtless, and shamed thee before thy daughter, and I am sorry. I also embarrassed thee before others, and exposed uncharitable thoughts about raising children, when I am not yet a mother, and do not have experience to soften my words. I hope thou wilt find it in thy heart to forgive me. Mistress Bey nodded. I do forgive thee, child. I can see thou art sincere with thy apology, the woman shocked Hester. Waiting for a switching is dreadful, C aleb. I am positive that Hester would like to have this over with. Caleb nodded. He wanted it over with, too. He opened the door, and motioned for the women to precede him outside. We will do this in the barn, and thou wilt not need to cut and prepare thy switches, wife. I have already done it for thee. Hester was shocked when she saw what else he had done! There was a stand sitting in the middle of the barn, and Caleb had draped it with a soft hide to pad it and protect her from splinters. Thou wilt bend over the top, wife, and grasp the lower bar with thy hands. I would not have thee fall off. Hester had to stand on tiptoe and still wasnt tall enough to put herself where Caleb wanted her. He easily lifted her and draped her over the apparatus. I will offer to tie thy hands if thee feels it necessary, wife? No, sir. I will accept my punishment.

Mistress Bey, would thee like to sit? he pointed to the bench against the stall. She understood that he wanted her out of his way, and did as he said. She was able to see the switching she was here to witness, and also Hesters lovely face. Why art thou facing this punishment, wife? he demanded sternly. Because my tongue was unruly, and I was rude to Mistress Bey, and belittled her in front of Mary and in front of others in the community. I am also being switched because I shamed thee, Caleb, with my childish behavior. I am most sorry and regret my actions. I promise thee that I have learned from the punishments and lessons thou hast imparted, and I will be a good wife in the future. Thank thee, Hester. This needs be a firm lesson so that thou wilt not wish to have it repeated. He switched her, making every stripe count as it left a red line across her skin. Hester remained quiet as long as she could, then howled with pain as Caleb continued to lay welt after welt on her body. Her thighs, and even the calves of her legs were not spared. Her arse felt raw, and Hester was limp when he finally stopped the punishment. Her body was one flaming mass of stripes, and she wouldnt be sitting any time soon. He carefully helped Hester down, and held her while she cried. Art thou finished, Caleb? Mistress Bey asked in a quiet voice. Yes, I am, his dark eyes dared her to insist upon any more punishment for Hester. Then may I assist the child to her bed? she asked kindly. Hester would appreciate that, I am sure. He would rather tend her himself, but if shed earned Mistress Beys sympathy, it would go a long way toward smoothing things with the Elders. Hester welcomed the cold wet cloths the older woman applied to her backside. Thank thee so much, she whispered, as Mistress Bey slid her nightdress over her slender body. Thou art a brave young woman, Hester. Thy husband was firm with his duty, and I think thou hast learned thy lesson well. Thou wilt be fine in a short time. She brewed some tea, using some of Calebs healing herbs, and insisted Hester drink it down. Once the brunette was sound asleep, she joined Caleb. Thy wife will sleep now, and it will do her good. She is just young, and will be a fine wife to you, Caleb. Thou wilt raise a fine family. Caleb walked her outside, then went and checked on Hester, relieved to see she was sleeping. He put some soup on to cook, wanting something to give her when she woke up. He was going to see to her comfort now. The week had been hard on her. Hester woke to find Caleb looking down at her in concern. What is wrong, husband? Thou hast slept a long time. I was making sure thou wast breathing, he admitted sheepishly. How doest thou feel? he asked in concern. Like I have been thoroughly switched, she answered with a gentle smile. Is it truly over now, husband? she asked hopefully. Thou art punished in full. We will still have to see the council of Elders on the morrow, and they will decide if they are satisfied. What if they are not? she asked fearfully. If they are not, we will be asked to leave the community, and we will do just that. I have seen thee punished enough, wife. Hester gratefully accepted the soup Caleb made, and praised his efforts, claiming that she should take to her bed more often. Caleb smiled at her humor, and gave her more of Mistress Beys tea. Once she was sound asleep, he pushed up her gown, and gently applied the ointment

to her bottom and her thighs and calves. Hester slept throughout the night, and Caleb was relieved when she awoke refreshed in the morning. How dost thee feel this morn? he wanted to know. Like I would dress and be about my business as usual, Hester answered with a happy smile. Art thou up to the ride into the settlement? Yes, I would go with thee to stand in front of the council, Caleb. I would like thy permission to address them. They will wish to speak with thee as well, wife, he smiled.Thou didst very well, Hester, and I am proud of thee, Calebs heart was light. His lovely bride had presented herself well to the Elders, and to their surprise, Mistress Bey was also there to give her support. I would ask thee something, husband if thou wouldst not mind Would thou mind very much if thou couldst find it in thee to do some of the things we enjoyed within the privacy of our bedroom? Her pretty little face was a bright pink, and Caleb chuckled. Would thou like to have thy titties pleasured, wife? Yes, Caleb and elsewhere, too? she begged. It will not be so shameful if we are both enjoying it, right? Not a bit shameful, he agreed, urging the horse to move a little faster.

The End

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